Programs
All programs are residential and include meals

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Focus On
Your Health:

Extended In-depth Courses:
Conference:
Holiday or Weekend Workshops:
 

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Way to Health
Sunday to Saturday
This is our most popular program, with step-by-step guidance so you go home confident and knowing how to implement a healthy macrobiotic plan in your life. Ideal for people who would like to use macrobiotics to support recovery from a serious illness, or those that want a “quick start” to optimizing their already good health.

MINI Way to Health
Thursday to Sunday
We understand that in these challenging economic times you deserve a break! That is why we're offering now for a limited time only a shorter version of our flagship program The Way to Health. If time and money constraints prevent you from coming to our one week Way to Health program we have the solution for you!

Way to Health PLUS
Sunday to Saturday
After attending Way to Health or other seleted Kushi Institute programs, our Way to Health PLUS program gives you the opportunity for hands-on experiencial practice in cooking and menu planning each morning, and in the afternoons you can enjoy the rich culture of the Berkshires or simply relax or stroll around our scenic location.

2 Day Personalized Program
Two days that fit in with your schedule
Over a 2-day period you'll receive a private consultation and three private classes for personal guidance on starting a macrobiotic plan adjusted for your situation.

8-Day Healthy Weight Loss Program
Sunday to Sunday
Learn all about the foods that will not only melt away the pounds but also bring remarkable health improvement, tools and tips on releasing emotional eating patterns, and how to create quick, complete healthy dinners in only 15 to 20 minutes.

Macrobiotic Counseling

In a consultation the macrobiotic diet and lifestyle is adjusted by one of our very experience counselors for your particular situation. To ensure you know how to follow the counselors advice correctly, your best choices are to have a consultation during the Way to Health or MINI Way to Health programs. If getting away for for these programs is not possible, you can have a consultation only, or add on from one to three private classes (see 2 Day Personalized Program above). Call for overnight stay and meals options.

Super-Healthy Really Quick Meals
Friday evening to Saturday evening. Choose 1 or 2 nights accommodations. Commuters welcome.
This fun weekend workshop with Kushi Institute teacher Bettina Zumdick shows you how to make delicious and healthy meals fast - in only 15 to 20 minutes!

Macrobiotic Leadership Program

Comprehensive Certificate Program
Also known as the Kushi Institute “Levels”, this is the most in-depth and comprehensive program available.

Summer Conference
Thursday to Sunday
This fun annual event brings together expert teachers from around the world for an outstanding learning adventure.

Relax and Renew

Choose your days and time-frame for this healthy get-away in the beautiful Berkshire Mountains. Our R&R program includes accommodations, meals, and optional classes.


The Kushi Institute admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic or school-administered programs.



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